Los Angeles to Merced (LAX–MCE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LAX–MCE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Contour Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 259 miles in approximately 1h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LF Contour Airlines | 7 | E135 | 1h40 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Merced from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→MCE | HHR→MCE |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 4 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 40m | 1h 11m |
| Departure OTP | 73% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · MCE: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 6:00 PM in Merced.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–MCE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to MCE
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Merced Regional Macready Field (MCE) are connected by nonstop service from Contour Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to MCE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to MCE is about 1 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 259 miles (418 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hawthorne (HHR).